Is Pearl's Premium Grass As Magical As It Seems?

Suppose you're tired of spending every weekend over summer mowing, weeding, watering, and feeding your lawn. In that case, you might be looking for a magical low-maintenance solution and come across Pearl's Premium grass seed. This seed is touted as drought-tolerant and slow-growing, which means it only needs to be mowed every three or four weeks. But before you rush out the door to grab the seed for yourself, there are a few things worth considering to ensure it's the right choice for you.

Pearl's Premium grass seed was developed by Jackson Madnick from Wayland, Massachusetts, after around 16 years of research in an effort to find a more sustainable lawn alternative that wouldn't consume copious amounts of water and doesn't require the use of chemicals such as pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. And there are good reasons why you should consider switching to organic lawn care, such as healthier soil and less impact on the surrounding environment. Pearl's Premium is available in a couple of blends for either sunny or shady spots in the garden, containing a mixture of different fescue species as well as rye and bluegrass in the sunny mix. The reason this turf's blend is so drought-tolerant is that the roots can grow to a depth of about 12 inches, meaning they can access moisture deeper in the soil.

The first thing to consider is that this lawn blend is mostly suitable for the northern states. This is because the seeds don't germinate as readily in warmer soils. Plus, the turf will require regular irrigation if grown in southern zones. You also should be aware it will take around four weeks to establish the lawn and during this time, you'll have to be vigilant with watering. This means you need to water for about 30 minutes every morning for at least three weeks. Plus, if you're experiencing warm temperatures, you may have to water again mid afternoon. After that, you should continue watering every couple of days for another two weeks.

This upfront care is important if you want great coverage. You should also note that this will create a soft lawn that is not going to be quite as hard-wearing as one planted with the popular Kentucky bluegrass. Finally, if you want to grow a healthy lawn without harsh chemicals, you'll need to aerate it at least twice a year and then overseed it heavily to keep those weeds at bay. Any that do crop up will need to be removed by hand. So, while Pearl's premium is a good solution if you want low-maintenance turf, getting it established will require some effort and patience on your part. But if you don't have the time to care for your lawn, you might be interested in our lawn care expert's best tips for choosing the right lawn care company for your yard.